The consequences of unintended impact
Everyone has been in situations where they were surprised at someone's reaction. Perhaps it was a surprise that backfired or maybe it was about you trying to be direct and instead you offended someone. It doesn't have to be negative and maybe you did something small for someone and they unexpectedly reacted with tears of joy.
Understanding unintended impact (or consequences) is part of living a skilful life. The more skilled you are the better you will navigate all your relationships.
How many times per week are you sitting with a friend or a family member and mid-conversation they pull up their phone while you're chatting. Perhaps you notice or maybe you also pull up your phone and continue the conversation.
Smartphone use is a hot topic nowadays because pretty much everyone has one. We know that every family has its own "best practice" and yet every family struggles with kids wanting more screen time. Like with social media smartphones have entered every aspect of our lives, but nowhere are there any guidelines or rules about how it could work. Where are the norms and standards when we need them?
A little test about your phone habits
Q1. When you are at a dinner, do you keep your phone on the table?
Q2. Do you check your phone when you are in a meeting?
Q3. How many times per week do you use the words "sorry, I just have to deal with this message/call" when in conversation with someone else socially?
Q4. Do you use your phone while watching a movie or show with friends or family?
Q5. When spending time with loved ones, how often do you find yourself scrolling through social media?
Q6. Moment of truth 😉 — Are you genuinely interested in having a better impact on those around you?
Answer the questions to see your outcome.
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